Boston Team Application



2014 Boston Mission Team

August 3-9

What will we be doing?

Each day we’ll serve in a few different ways. In the morning we could be in a food pantry, in the afternoon we could be helping in an ESL (English as a Second Language) program, and one or two nights we’ll be distributing food to men and women experiencing homelessness. Each day will be different, giving our team a wide glimpse of the needs in our own city that we’ve probably never seen before.

Why are we going to Boston? That’s boring!

Sure, going half an hour away isn’t as exciting as flying to another country, but there are serious needs in our own backyard that you’ve probably walked by a hundred times without noticing. Going far away to serve is great, but if we aren’t willing to serve here then why go there?! This is a powerful opportunity for you to grow new eyes to see the needs around you, even in a familiar city.

Who can go?

Any current High School students. Unfortunately, we can only currently accept the first 14 team members (leaders included).

What are the requirements to go?

1. Regular attendance/participation in Sunday morning worship, Sunday School, and Youth Group meetings.

2. Active participation in special Youth Group events such as retreats, service projects, etc.

3. Active participation in Boston Mission Team Meetings (dates TBD, usually Saturdays 9-12 once a month for the 4 months leading up to the trip).

4. Involvement in Fundraising Efforts to an estimated $400/person to cover costs. Actual cost of $500 ($100 deposit, fundraise $400).

5. Completion of the Boston Team Application and submission of $100 by March 2nd (youth should contribute towards this deposit).

6. Respect must be shown at all times to one’s teammates and Team Leaders must be obeyed.

7. Possession of or acquiring alcohol and illegal drugs, involvement in sexual or violent activity will be grounds for immediate dismissal. You will be responsible for reimbursing Emmanuel Baptist Church for related expenses incurred.

BOSTON MISSION TEAM

APPLICATION AND CONSENT FORMS

Name Home Phone

Email Cell Phone

Address

City State Zip

Sex: Male Female Birthday Age

How long have you been at Emmanuel? ______________________________

PERSONAL WALK

1. Briefly describe your relationship with Christ:

2. What is one event or activity that has impacted you spiritually over this past year?

3. Are there any current moral issues or physical conditions that could impact your involvement on a mission project? __ YES __ NO

If YES, please describe:

MISSIONS INFORMATION

1. How are you sensing God’s leading toward this project?

2. Why do you want to serve on this mission team?

3. Rate yourself by 1 – 5 (with 1 being the lowest and 5 being the highest).

Flexibility 1 2 3 4 5

Adaptability 1 2 3 4 5

Team Player 1 2 3 4 5

4. Describe your:

(a) Strengths

(b) Ministry gifts or skills

5. Describe your weaknesses or areas in which you desire growth:

6. I plan on:

a) Paying my own way/parents paying my way.

b) Paying part of my way and trusting God to provide the balance through

support-raising.

Signature Date

Please return completed application form to Pastor Mike with a $100 trip deposit by March 2nd. Make sure your parents read and sign the attached letter and forms.

FOR PARENT(S) TO READ AND SIGN

Dear Parent,

It’s an honor for us to lead your son or daughter on such a tremendous mission experience. Thank you for parenting them in such a way that they value this kind of outreach opportunity, and thank you for allowing them to join us on this journey! We’re looking forward to leading them to be part of what God is doing in this corner of the world.

Please read the paragraphs below (as well as the information provided) and sign. We want to make sure you are aware of the details through the whole process. You can ask your student for information from the meetings, but you can also access the most up to date forms, meeting times, deadlines, and travel logistics by visiting our website ().

Thank you for trusting us with your student. Pray that God does incredible things through them.

Blessings,

Pastor Mike McGarry

I/We have read the information packet and am encouraging my student to pursue this trip. I/We understand that my child must participate in all of the training meetings to best prepare for this experience. I/We commit to gathering and reviewing the information missed should an absence be required. I/We also recognize that my student must participate in personal and team fund-raisers to cover the per person expenses for the trip. If after making a concerted effort, we are short funds, we will work out a special arrangement with the youth ministry office.

Signed Date

Print Name Cell or Home Phone

Email

CONSENT AND AGREEMENT FORM

Name of Student:

Birth Date: / /

Short-Term Trip: Boston Mission Team, 2014

Social Security #: - -

wishes to be a short-term missionary on an Emmanuel Baptist Church short-term missions trip which will be traveling to and staying in Boston, MA and WHEREAS, certain circumstances may occur resulting in my need for medical/dental care and treatment, and further resulting in my inability to personally give consent for such care and treatment; THEREFORE, In consideration of permission from Emmanuel Baptist Church Mission Ministry for myself to participate in said missionary short-term trip,

I, ________________________(parent’s name), authorize Emmanuel Baptist Church to consent to all medical/dental care and treatment, including but not limited to diagnostic test, x-ray, examination, anesthesia, surgery, or other procedures which Emmanuel Baptist Church deems necessary for my medical well-being for the duration of the mission. This consent is given in advance of any specific diagnosis, treatment, surgery, or hospital care required and to the administration of any over the counter medications including but not limited to Tylenol, Advil, allergy medications, and is given to provide authorization and specific, consent for medical/dental treatment and care in my behalf. Any consent by Emmanuel Baptist Church shall have the same force and effect as if I had personally given the consent.

I certify I have personal health insurance, including coverage in foreign countries, with no territorial limitation, for the providing of medical services to me which will provide coverage for me during the duration of said mission. I understand that Emmanuel Baptist Church provides no health plan except the travelers short-term insurance.

Insurance Company Policy #

Insurance Company Phone Number

DISCIPLINE AGREEMENT

I understand and support the role of leadership of Emmanuel Baptist Church in overseeing and directing this trip. If my student breaks team rules to the point leadership believes they need to be returned for the sake of the team and the work on the field, I agree that it is my responsibility to cover the costs occurred with my student returning early.

Name Phone #

Address

City State Zip

In case of emergency, and if we cannot get hold of you, whom shall we contact?

Name Phone #

Address

City State Zip

Please complete the following questions:

Is your student currently taking any prescribed medication? Yes No

If yes, please specify the medication and the dosage:

Is your student presently under a physician’s care for any illness? Yes No

If yes, please explain:

Are there any or has your child ever had any serious health issues that need to be factored into their participation on this trip or in the event of a medical emergency?

Parent Signature Date

Print Name Cell or Home Phone

BOSTON MISSION TEAM EXPECTATIONS

1. Regular attendance/participation in Sunday morning worship, Sunday School, and Youth Group meetings.

2. Active participation in special Youth Group events such as retreats, service projects, etc.

3. Active participation in Boston Mission Team Meetings (dates TBD, usually Saturdays 9-12 once a month for the 4 months leading up to the trip).

4. Involvement in Fundraising Efforts to an estimated $400/person to cover costs. Actual cost of $500 ($100 deposit, fundraise $400).

5. Completion of the Boston Team Application and submission of $100 by March 2nd (youth should contribute towards this deposit).

6. Respect must be shown at all times to one’s teammates and Team Leaders must be obeyed.

7. Possession of or acquiring alcohol and illegal drugs, involvement in sexual or violent activity will be grounds for immediate dismissal. You will be responsible for reimbursing Emmanuel Baptist Church for related expenses incurred.

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